If you are looking at Refinancing your home, here are a few tips to keep in mind while you make that decision. Home Equity:  The first piece of information that you will need to review is to work out how much equity is in your home. If your house is now worth less than it was when you began your mortgage—known as being in negative equity —then it doesn’t make sense to refinance your mortgage. Credit Score:  Lenders have tightened their standards for loan approvals in recent years. S... read more

Having an experienced guide coaching you through the process of buying or selling a home is important in a normal market – but today’s market is far from normal. As a result, an expert real estate advisor isn’t just good to have by your side, they’re essential. Today’s housing market is full of extremes. Experts project mortgage rates will continue to rise this year, and that’s driving significant demand for homes as buyers want to make their purchas... read more

For many homebuyers, the thought of saving for a down payment can feel daunting, especially in today’s market. That’s why, when asked what they find most difficult in the homebuying process, some buyers say it’s one of the hardest steps on the path to homeownership. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows: “For first-time home buyers, 29 percent said saving for a downpayment [sic] was the most difficult step in the process.” If you’re... read more